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Where Victorian Meets Cottage Farmhouse

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Morning Coffee on the deck, tranquility rocking the morning away
Enjoy this Kitchen and Island,
The Sunflower Cottage has a relaxing vibe!
Dusk Call for a glass of wine
Paddleboarding on Frantz Lake or the Arkansas River.
Autumn in Salida is breathtakingly beautiful!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6117 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Salida, CO
  • Riverside Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • SteamPlant Theater and Event Center
    ‪15 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Where Victorian Meets Cottage Farmhouse

The mountain biking and rafting are great in the Salida area now. Or sit on our gigantic deck and enjoy the Mountain View.

Beer more your thing?: The Sunflower Cottage is located within just a few blocks of SoulCraft Brewery so after you walk along the river, have a brew and relax and enjoy the Salida scene.

If you live in the Denver area, you should skip the I-70 traffic fiasco and come to Chaffee County for a more realistic Colorado old-time experience.

A rare combination of vintage Victorian and modern amenities in a cottage setting. Perfect House to visit for those who want to enjoy the Heart of the Rockies, Salida.Wi-Fi included. Due to the antique furniture nature of the property, it is not recommended for rambunctious children. Short-term rental license number 0344.

This 115 year old home has been entirely remodeled with attentive care to re-use the original molding where possible. The two-bedrooms sleep six. The upstairs bath includes a claw foot tub and shower combination. The lower bathroom is a shower , sink and toilet only. The kitchen was re-modeled in 2006 as we popped the top to make the ceilings 10 feet tall. It includes a customer handmade, wood topped island. New carpet in 2014. Corner Lot. Huge deck in the back yard to sprawl out on and sit under the elm tree. Beautifully landscaped corner lot. Laundry facilities on-site.

Property manager

Doug and/or Leanna Lampshire
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
The yard is fenced/cleanup after your dog.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking will invalidate your property deposit

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place used towels on the top of the clothes washer in the Laundry Room.
Please take trash to the alley southeast of the driveway and 100 feet to the right to the trash recepticle labeled "LAMPSHIRE" (Pls. do NOT leave any food in the fridge)
As you leave, please simply close the breezeway door and touch the Yale checkmark to lock. Thank You.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Electric Car Charging is allowed but subject to a fee

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Salida

Located in Salida, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. SteamPlant Theater and Event Center and Browns Canyon National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and San Isabel National Forest. Rocky Mountain Mini Golf and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Salida, CO

What's nearby

  • Riverside Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • SteamPlant Theater and Event Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Salida Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Salida Golf Club - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse Cantina - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Moonlight Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mo Burrito - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Amicas Pizza Microbrew & More - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Where Victorian Meets Cottage Farmhouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Where Victorian Meets Cottage Farmhouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Where Victorian Meets Cottage Farmhouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Where Victorian Meets Cottage Farmhouse located?

Located in Salida, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Art Matters Gallery & Studio, Arkansas River and Riverside Park. Rocky Mountain Mini Golf and Salida Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 165 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

It is a lovely house. Well equiped. wonderful location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Serrano

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

The place was very nice and we had a great stay in Salida. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Stay

This is the third time we've stayed here at the Sunflower Cottage and it never disappoints in its overall comfort and spaciousness.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Salida home

We had a great stay at the cottage with three of us and our dog. The walk to town is super convenient and we enjoyed hanging out on the back deck
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Salida charm

This was a great place for our family get together. Well stocked, clean, and a wonderful backyard for the kids and dogs. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R., Saratoga Springs, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

It was a great location in town to walk to everything. It was clean and had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location & Property

I loved this place! It was clean & comfortable in a prime location near downtown Salida. I will definitely recommend this property to friends and stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Nice place to stay. Beds were comfortable. Close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cortney J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd time staying

This is our second stay here. We love the location and the space.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Wonderful Victorian house with all the upgrades close to downtown! My host was super helpful and communication was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great house, great location

We had a very nice time at this house. It suited us perfectly and was a great home base to walk into town as well as skip up to Monarch for a day of skiing. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lola N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best stay ever

We’ve traveled to Salida 7 times, always staying somewhere new. We will be back next summer and have already booked this location for that future trip. Location, cleanliness, layout, outdoor space, comfort - this place had it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, clean and charming old house

Was perfect for what we needed for the weekend. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Sisters trip

It was the perfect place for our time together. A short walk to Main Street for shopping, eating and Ghost tour, soaking at My. Princeton & a drive up Monarch Pass to see the glistening golden aspens & cottonwoods.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience

This is an excellent place to stay in Salida!! Everything you need and comfortable beds and furniture. We will certainly keep this rental in mind when we return to Salida!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sofia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a pleasure

We enjoyed our return visit to "Where Victorian Meets Cottage Farmhouse". It is a sweet historic house and we hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation home!

We were very comfortable and couldn't be happier about the location--walking distance to downtown. House was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Hosts are superb! Thank you."
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

gary a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Salida stay

This is the second time we stayed in this house. It is a great house that is in a wonderful neighborhood. We stayed in the same place last year and found it just as clean and comfortable as in our previous visit. Acces was easy and we were a 15 minute walk from downtown. We visited in July and while it was very warm during the day the house stayed very comfortable. It has a great patio and we were even visited by a young buck one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina T., Johnson City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot in Salida.

Clean, very well stocked home for all our needs. Great porches and neighborhood for our stay in Salida. Owners quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

The property was charming, well stocked with supplies, appliances, etc., and in a wonderful location with a 10-15 minute walk to town as well as breweries/restaurants on hwy 50. The backyard was beautiful and a great place to eat dinner and the shade on the porch was wonderful for coffee! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this Salida cottage!

We had a great stay over the 4th of July. The house had everything we needed. We had a great bbq on the back deck and our sweet senior dog loved the yard. We walked downtown for dinner a few times and loved the location and the neighborhood. Lovely house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Perfect Perfect!

Charming cottage, beautifully renovated and equipped with absolutely everything you could ever need. We had a wonderful stay. The owners were extremely responsive and helpful. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G., Lenexa, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home!

My family loves Salida an we love this place. This is our 2nd year staying here and we basically planned our vacation around the time available for this home. I love the home because it has been all modernized but reminds me of visiting my great grandmother as a child!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean Great Location with Big Deck and Yard

It was so nice to have a pet friendly home with a big fenced in yard and still close enough to walk into town. We had a wonderful stay in the clean home with a spacious and well equipped kitchen. It’s a 15 minute walk to town, where we enjoyed the restaurants, shops, drinks and coffee. It’s a quiet street and the beds were comfortable too! Thanks for being great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful and Quaint

Property was perfect for our family of five and golden doodle. We all loved it! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Doug and/or Leanna Lampshire

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Doug and Leanna are Colorado Natives who fell in love with Salida and wish to share the beauty, charm and pace this gem has to offer. We love to ride downtown on bikes and go out for a glass of wine, eat at a great local restaurant and listen to a local band. Riding "duckies" down the river is a blast!

Why they chose this property

There is just something very tranquil about this house. You WILL feel it when you get here.
We invested in this property because we respect the style and grace of older homes, transom windows. The original parlor and 8" mouldings are very appealing to us.

What makes this property unique

Sit on the loveseat rocker on the front porch or grill on the back deck. The back deck is large and private. The backyard is big enough to play catch, croquet or frisbee.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests